Avatar photo

Bairon McAdams

Bairon McAdams' expertise spans Cyber Security, DevOps, and Hardware. Bairon's material is a trusted source of information for tech leaders and has garnered a global audience. His writing history, not limited to articles and online content, includes several books on the topics of cyber security, devops, and hardware. 
What’s New in the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti for High-End Gaming?
Hardware
What’s New in the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti for High-End Gaming?

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti is expected to mark a significant milestone for the gaming industry, bringing with it a host of advancements designed to elevate the gaming experience to new heights. Slated for release within the first half of 2025, this high-end graphics card caters to the needs of gamers who seek unparalleled performance and the latest in

Read More
Are AI-Enhanced Security Threats the Future of API Vulnerabilities?
Cyber Security
Are AI-Enhanced Security Threats the Future of API Vulnerabilities?

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to advance rapidly, so do the associated security risks, especially in the realm of application programming interfaces (APIs). With many companies increasingly integrating AI and machine learning into their operations, the potential for AI-enhanced security threats becomes more pressing.  Rising AI-Enhanced Threats and Growing Concern Detailed Findings on AI-Enhanced Security Threats This comprehensive study by

Read More
Dubai Police Branding Exploited in UAE Phishing Scam Targeting Residents
Cyber Security
Dubai Police Branding Exploited in UAE Phishing Scam Targeting Residents

A new wave of cyber fraud has emerged in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), with scammers impersonating the Dubai Police to deceive unsuspecting residents. Researchers from BforeAI have identified a significant increase in phishing attacks that exploit the branding and trust associated with law enforcement to trick mobile users into divulging sensitive information, including personal identification and bank details. This

Read More
Critical WordPress Security Flaws in Plugins Require Immediate Patching
Cyber Security
Critical WordPress Security Flaws in Plugins Require Immediate Patching

In recent times, a critical security issue has been discovered in the Hunk Companion plugin for WordPress, identified as CVE-2024-11972, which has been given an alarming CVSS score of 9.8. This flaw is present in all versions of the plugin prior to 1.9.0 and grants attackers the ability to silently install other vulnerable plugins. The ramifications of this issue are

Read More
Why Are People Becoming Indifferent to Frequent Data Breach Alerts?
Cyber Security
Why Are People Becoming Indifferent to Frequent Data Breach Alerts?

The frequency of data breaches has surged to an all-time high with over 3,000 incidents reported in 2023, yet public concern seems to be progressively waning. This alarming trend has left security experts questioning why people are seemingly indifferent to such critical threats to their personal information. A series of surveys conducted by All About Cookies has revealed that a

Read More
Can Huawei Overcome U.S. Sanctions and Close the Chip Development Gap?
Hardware
Can Huawei Overcome U.S. Sanctions and Close the Chip Development Gap?

The release of the Huawei Mate 70 Pro has sparked significant discussions surrounding the company’s ability to keep pace with global chip development standards amidst ongoing U.S. sanctions. While many expected the flagship smartphone to debut with the 5nm Kirin 9100 chipset, it instead features the 7nm Kirin 9020. This reliance on an older chipset underscores the broader difficulties Huawei

Read More
North Korean Cyber Scheme Infiltrates U.S. Firms to Fund WMD Programs
Cyber Security
North Korean Cyber Scheme Infiltrates U.S. Firms to Fund WMD Programs

The carefully orchestrated operations executed by North Korean nationals to subvert international sanctions have become a focal point, particularly as they infiltrate Western companies through remote IT jobs. This method allowed them to fund their regime’s development of weapons of mass destruction (WMDs), including nuclear weapons and ballistic missiles. Recently, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) issued indictments against 14

Read More
Are You Aware of Fake Police Fines Targeting UAE Residents?
Cyber Security
Are You Aware of Fake Police Fines Targeting UAE Residents?

A sophisticated scam campaign targeting UAE residents with fake police fines has been uncovered by security researchers at Resecurity. This campaign, strategically coinciding with periods like UAE National Day, involves cybercriminals exploiting citizen trust through various means including calls, emails, and texts. These scammers seek to extort fake fines for traffic violations, parking fines, or license renewals, leveraging personal data

Read More
AMD Unveils High-End Ryzen AI Max 300 Series APU for Performance Laptops
Hardware
AMD Unveils High-End Ryzen AI Max 300 Series APU for Performance Laptops

In an ambitious move to challenge Apple’s dominating presence, AMD has recently introduced its new high-end APU platform, the Ryzen AI Max 300 series, codenamed ‘Strix Halo.’ This cutting-edge APU has been designed to cater to performance laptops and workstations, promising significant improvements in processing power and efficiency. The appearance of the Ryzen AI Max+ Pro 395 on the Geekbench

Read More
Decline in GPU Sales as Gamers Await Next-Generation AMD and Nvidia Cards
Hardware
Decline in GPU Sales as Gamers Await Next-Generation AMD and Nvidia Cards

The graphics processing unit (GPU) market has recently seen a significant downturn, marked by a noticeable decrease in sales as PC gamers eagerly anticipate the upcoming next-generation graphics cards from AMD and Nvidia. According to Jon Peddie Research (JPR), the third quarter of 2024 witnessed a drop in the sale of discrete graphics cards, with only 8.1 million units sold.

Read More
How Is Google’s Willow Quantum Processor Changing Future Technology?
Hardware
How Is Google’s Willow Quantum Processor Changing Future Technology?

Google has recently unveiled its latest quantum processor, named Willow, in what marks a significant milestone in the rapidly evolving domain of quantum computing. The cutting-edge processor seems to push the boundaries of what current-day technological marvels can achieve, portraying a future filled with unprecedented processing capabilities. Willow can reportedly solve complex problems in mere minutes, a task that would

Read More
Ransomware Attack Disrupts Artivion’s Operations, Highlights Cyber Risks
Cyber Security
Ransomware Attack Disrupts Artivion’s Operations, Highlights Cyber Risks

Artivion, a prominent manufacturer of cardiac implants and devices, experienced a significant ransomware attack on November 21, which led to the acquisition and encryption of its critical files. This incident caused major disruptions in the company’s ordering and shipping processes, along with certain corporate operations. Although Artivion managed to mitigate the immediate impact, it incurred unplanned expenses related to the

Read More